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自制 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • incontinence noun The inability to control the bladder or bowels.
  • reserve verb To book or set something aside in advance for later use.

Senses

自制 is used for these senses in English:

  • incontinence (urology) The inability of any of the physical organs to restrain discharges of their contents; involuntary discharge or evacuation (of urine or feces).
  • reserve Restraint of freedom in words or actions; backwardness; caution in personal behavior.
  • self-control The ability to control one's desires and impulses.

incontinence — full definition

  1. noun The inability to control the bladder or bowels.
  2. noun A lack of self-restraint, especially over one's desires or emotions.

reserve — full definition

  1. verb To book or set something aside in advance for later use.
  2. noun A supply of something kept back for future use, such as money, resources, or troops.
  3. noun Emotional restraint; a tendency to hold back feelings or opinions.

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